Sauteed Green Beans with Lemon and Walnuts
Brighten up your dinner table with this irresistible recipe for Sautéed Green Beans with Lemon and Walnuts—a fresh and vibrant side dish that's as flavorful as it is simple to make. Tender-crisp green beans are delicately sautéed with fragrant garlic, then finished with a burst of citrusy lemon zest and juice for a zippy kick. Toasted walnuts add a warm, nutty crunch to every bite, making this dish a perfect blend of textures and tastes. With just 25 minutes from start to finish, this quick and healthy recipe is an effortless way to elevate your meals. Serve it warm or at room temperature for an elegant side perfect for holiday spreads, weeknight dinners, or even meal prep. Keywords: sautéed green beans, lemon green beans, green beans with walnuts, easy side dish, quick vegetable recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams fresh green beans
- 60 grams walnuts
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 60 milliliters water
Instructions
Rinse the green beans and trim the ends. Set aside.
Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently, for 3-4 minutes until fragrant and lightly browned. Remove from the skillet and roughly chop them. Set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Mince the garlic and add it to the skillet. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
Add the green beans and 60 milliliters of water to the skillet. Cover and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beans are tender but still slightly crisp.
Remove the lid and let any remaining water evaporate. Season the green beans with salt and black pepper.
Stir in the lemon zest and lemon juice, mixing well to coat the beans evenly.
Add the toasted walnuts and toss to combine.
Transfer the sauteed green beans to a serving dish and serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
785 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.1 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.9 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 28.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1212 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.9 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.0 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.9 g | ||
| Protein | 17.8 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 248 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1267 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
